GRE Word List

AVOCATION

a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby

The meaning of the word avocation is a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby.

Random words

WordMeaning
disconsolatecheerless
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
prudea person who is excessively or priggishly attentive to propriety or decorum
clamberto climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet
bolstera long pillow or cushion
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
legerdemainsleight of hand
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.